https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-02/Versaflex-Handler Housing for Laparoscopic Sealer-Application snapshot.pdf
SURGICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURER H A N D L E H O U S I N G F O R L A P A R O S C O P I C S E A L E R • Excellent adhesion onto PC/ABS • Good aesthetics with soft touch • RoHS, REACH and FDA compliant • Enhanced ergonomics and functionality with improved soft grip • Met performance requirements for wear resistance and colorability • Customized a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) solution and had with a faster sample response speed than competitor Versaflex™ Overmolding Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Versaflex-HVAC Thumb Wheel and Vent-Case study Snapshot_0826.pdf
HVAC Thumb Wheel and Vent NEW ENERGY VEHICLE OEM H V A C T H U M B W H E E L & V E N T • Reliable sealing performance • Excellent abrasion resistance • Good bonding with PA6 • Formulated a TPE with good sealing and insulation for gaskets within the vent to minimize air and moisture leaks, improving the overall efficiency and performance of the HVAC system • Provided a solution that resisted wear, abrasion, and impact to enhance the longevity of components Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/gls-tpe-bayer-cap-english.pdf
GLS TPE - Bayer Cap - English BAYER® T P E O V E R M O L D E D C A P • Easy to grip and open • Design requirements: • Raised logo • Specific brand color • Optimize retail shelf space/reduce packaging • Improved packaging functionality for both user (ergonomic design) and on shelf (better stacking and reduced packaging) • Offered value-add formulation that allowed customer to extend brand differentiation in the market GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Garage Door Panel_Case Study Snapshot_July2024_v1.pdf
GARAGE DOOR OEM G A R A G E D O O R P A N E L S • Replace incumbent material with structural composite panel meeting UV and thermal requirements • Lightweight & impact resistant • Ability to withstand weather conditions • Simplify the manufacturing process • Custom-formulated panels with UV stable laminates and core that met thermal requirements • Provided panels with high durability, impact resistance, and weatherability • Improved the efficiency of the manufacturing process for OEM with panels cut-to-size in-house Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-07/Versaflex TPE for Orthopedic Sole Insert - Application Snapshot.pdf
ORTHOPEDIC PARTS MANUFACTURER O R T H O P E D I C S O L E I N S E R T • A super soft TPE (
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Application Snapshot Smartbatch Frost SFX Final.pdf
Application Snapshot Smartbatch Frost SFX Final COSMETICS BRAND P E R S O N A L C A R E P E T & R P E T P A C K A G I N G • Solutions suitable for 100% rPET carrier colorants • Compatible with all ISBM molding machines • Should work with a wide variety of rPET grades • Worked with customer to provide a special effect solution that achieved a matte or frost- like effect in PET resin • Created a formulation that diffuses light and enhances bottle appearance, similar to edge- glass • Allowed the customer greater design freedom with a wide range of color options • Enabled customer to reduce VOC by eliminating bottle spraying SmartBatch™ Frost Collection KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/avient-design-versaflex-wet-grip-tpe-fishing-tool-grip-case-study-one-pager.pdf
OUTDOOR GEAR MAKER F I S H I N G T O O L G R I P • Aesthetically differentiate new products while optimizing user functionality and safety • Meet weatherability performance required by industry standard UV and Salt Water Exposure tests • Resist fish oils, sunscreens, and cleaners • Comply with FDA food contact requirements • Provided product development support from concept to production, including visual brand integration, part design, and material selection • Customized grip design and TPE formulation to retain grip and tactile feel in wet and oily environments • Expedited lead time with advanced design and 3D modeling services to enable product launch at key industry tradeshow • Offered global supply continuity with local technical and manufacturing support Custom Versaflex™ Wet Grip TPE and Avient Design Services KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/OnForce LFT-Truck Foot Pedal-Case study Snapshot.pdf
Heavy Truck manufacturer HEAVY TRUCK MANUFACTURER E X T E R I O R S T E P P E D A L • Offer pre-color support to achieve an approved silver color formulation • Provide a metallic look with good weather resistance and wear performance for the exterior part • Shorten development time to gain durability approval • Offered color options that met desired metal color and texture, which was different from an ordinary plastic feel • Achieved excellent wear performance and weather resistance, qualifying it to replace metal • Provided support in achieving durability approval, resulting in significant time and cost savings OnForce Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-08/versaflex-machine-cover-case-study-one-pager.pdf
RESPIRATORY DEVICE MANUFACTURER C P A P M A C H I N E C O V E R • Good aesthetics with high COF for grip functionality • Chemically bondable to FR PC/ABS down to 1mm • NCS S 9000-N color suitable for UV laser marking to white • Good scratch and mar resistance • Good chemical resistance to detergents, alcohols and bleach • Pass VOCs & out-gassing in accordance to ISO 18562-3/2:2017 • Customized formulation to balance mar resistance, flow, and laser marking whiteness and clarity • Collaborated on tooling improvements to widen processing window and increase yield rate • Provided application development and on- site technical support to manage short shot, sink marks, burn marks and air trap Customized VersaflexTM TPEs WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Complet LFT - Aerospace Seating Component - case study snapshot.pdf
TIER 1 AEROSPACE SUPPLIER S E A T I N G S T R U C T U R A L C O M P O N E N T • Reduce weight to improve fuel economy • Pass FAA flame, smoke, toxicity requirements • Meet structural requirements • Simplify manufacturing process • Lowered weight ~40% versus aluminum while maintaining the strength performance properties • Formulated a PES material to satisfy flame, smoke, toxicity (FST) standards for commercial aircraft • Passed and/or exceeded customer’s impact testing specifications • Provided an injection moldable hybrid glass/carbon fiber solution that enabled lower viscosity and better processability for thin wall parts Complēt™ Long Hybrid (Carbon + Glass) Fiber Reinforced PES Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?